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1978 Mercedes Benz 450

Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.

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These records cover every 1978 Mercedes Benz 450. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.

Recalls

2 recalls name the 1978 Mercedes Benz 450. Newest first.

Power train › Automatic transmission
Jan 25, 1984NHTSA 84V00700054,056 vehicles
The automatic transmission downshift linkage adjacent to the engine throttle control contains a plastic bushing that could deform due to high engine compartment temperatures created by the catalytic converter.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Plastic bushings will be replaced with steel bushings.
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Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
May 15, 1978NHTSA 78V10600010,500 vehicles
The fuel tank could deform due to the fuel tank valve causing blockage of the fuel tank ventilation system.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, will replace the fuel tank vent valve without charge.
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